This created a tactical divergence. For many in the gay and lesbian community, the battle was about inclusion into existing institutions (marriage, the military). For the trans community, the battle was often about survival. Policies regarding Title IX, healthcare denials, and homelessness disproportionately affect trans youth, particularly trans women of color.
: An umbrella term for people whose gender identity and/or expression differs from what is typically associated with their sex assigned at birth.
When we talk about "LGBTQ+ culture," we are talking about a legacy built on the courage to be different. At the center of that legacy is the —a group that has historically been the "first at the front lines" of the fight for equality. Why Trans Voices Matter in the Rainbow